Rosalena (Rosa) is a psychotherapist at Wildflower. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, with an emphasis in Human Services, at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and obtained a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Adler University in Chicago. Prior to coming to Wildflower, Rosa was a clinical director at a rape crisis…
I am a client centered, trauma-informed therapist who believes in the importance of empathy, compassion, and a collaborative therapeutic relationship. I have been a therapist since 2011 and my specialization is working with adolescent and adult survivors of trauma, including sexual violence and abuse, military trauma and other forms of abuse and neglect. I also have experience with perinatal mental health, those facing grief and loss, immigration concerns, chronic illness, anxiety, depression and other life transitions. I'm a certified perinatal mental health clinician (PMH-C).
As a therapist, I acknowledge that hurt is often experienced within relationships AND I believe that a collaborative therapeutic relationship is a place where healing can take place. In order to build that relationship, I strive to understand the unique experiences of each client and the challenges they face and provide unconditional positive regard and support. It is important for me to maintain flexibility in my therapeutic approach in order to meet the client where they are and formulate the therapeutic environment to fit their unique needs. In therapy, I honor each client’s natural ability to create positive change for themselves, no matter the circumstance, and I provide a safe and empowering environment where clients can identify their personal needs and establish boundaries in their lives.
I earned my Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, with an emphasis in Human Services, at the University of Wisconsin- Stevens Point and obtained a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Adler University in Chicago. Prior to joining Wildflower I was a Clinical Director at a rape crisis center where I oversaw the counseling program and helped support the community need for sexual trauma therapy. I have utilized art, play, and mindfulness techniques within therapy, but draw from other approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and others as needed.
LCPC License Number: 180009230
Type 1 NPI Number: 1578128823
Accepts: BCBS PPO and BlueChoice plans, UnitedHealthcare/Optum PPO, Lyra, self-pay and out of network clients
